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Meaning of passed out
The primary meaning of "passed out" is to become unconscious or lose consciousness, often due to a temporary physical condition or external factor.
Etymology of passed out
The phrase "passed out" originated in the mid-19th century, with "pass out" initially meaning to become unconscious or lose consciousness, and later expanding to include other meanings such as to distribute or give out something
The phrase is thought to have originated from the idea of passing from a state of consciousness to a state of unconsciousness, or passing out of one's senses
Synonyms
fainted
collapsed
blacked out
lost consciousness
fell unconscious
swooned
dropped
keeled over
fell to the ground
became unconscious
went out cold
fell into a swoon
dropped like a stone
hit the floor
went limp
became insensible
went out like a light
fell asleep
dozed off
nodded off
drifted off
went under
succumbed
gave out
conked out
zonked out
passed into unconsciousness
lapsed into unconsciousness
Definitions
- To lose consciousness, especially due to a temporary physical condition or external factor
- To become unconscious or fall asleep, often suddenly or unexpectedly
- To become insensible or unresponsive, often due to illness, injury, or exhaustion
Usage Examples
- She passed out from the heat and had to be taken to the hospital
- He passed out after drinking too much alcohol at the party
- The patient passed out during the surgery and had to be revived
Antonyms
stayed awake
remained conscious
stayed alert
woke up
regained consciousness
came to
stayed upright
remained standing
stayed awake
felt fine
stayed healthy
remained active
stayed alive
felt alert
stayed focused
remained aware
stayed attentive